Pattern 1937 Binoculars Case. On the inside flap:"P8785" Fitted to the waistbelt as part of the basic Officer's set, on the right front. Used to carry one pair of 6 x 30 issue binoculars. Generally discarded in the field in favour of slinging the binos around the neck. Not only did it draw the attention of snipers, but the stiff construction made it difficult to go to ground. There was felt on the bottom of the case to protect the lens. The second pattern had two 1-inch buckles on the side of the case, the first pattern did not. Manufactured by Z.L. & T. Ltd [Zephyr Loom & Textile Limited - Guelph, Ontario] in 1940.